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About Michael Le Pard

Michael Le Pard (“Mr. Totalmotorcycle”) is the Founder of Total Motorcycle, the world’s largest motorcycle information site, trusted by over 430 million riders since 1999. With over 34 years of experience in motorcycles, gear and rider culture, he has built a global community dedicated to empowering and inspiring motorcyclists. Total Motorcycle remains his passion project. Combining expert research, hands‑on knowledge and a commitment to helping riders make informed decisions about bikes, gear and safety worldwide.

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Lap records smashed at Silverstone with standard Pirelli tyres

Aug 4, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Pole position and all-time lap records for Ogura in Moto2™ and Ortolá in Moto3™ with laps more than one second faster in both categories In Silverstone, where the Grand Prix of Great Britain is being hosted, Ai Ogura (MT Helmets-MSI […]

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Top four finish and typical resilience in British MotoGP Sprint

Aug 4, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing restarted the 2024 MotoGP world championship in rapid style with Brad Binder rushing to 4th position in the British Grand Prix Saturday Sprint. Teammate Jack Miller took his works KTM […]

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MotoTrials High Altitude West Rounds at the NATC Championship Results

Aug 3, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Donner, CA Round Five & Six July 27th, 2024 High Altitude West Rounds at the NATC Championship The high elevation and mountains of Donner Ski Ranch in California were host to the fifth and […]

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VR46 Racing Team becomes 2025 Ducati’s MotoGP factory-supported team

Aug 3, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Ducati Corse is pleased to announce that from 2025, the VR46 Racing Team will be Ducati’s MotoGP factory-supported team under a multi-year agreement. The team will field an official Desmosedici GP on track and enjoy […]

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Retro white & blue for MotoGP 75th commemoration

Aug 3, 2024 Michael Le Pard

MotoGP will roll back in time this weekend for the British Grand Prix and Red Bull KTM Factory Racing will show off a unique livery on Sunday to honor both their past and the 75th […]

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Quickest time aboard Pramac Racing Team’s Desmosedici GP machine at Siverstone Circuit in England

Aug 3, 2024 Michael Le Pard

A positive Friday for the Ducati Lenovo Team at Silverstone: Francesco Bagnaia is third, followed by Enea Bastianini in fourth place • Jorge Martín sets the quickest time of the day aboard Pramac Racing Team’s […]

Inspiration Friday: 300 Weeks of Motorcycle Inspiration!

Inspiration Friday: 300 Weeks of Motorcycle Inspiration!

Aug 2, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Totalmotorcycle.com is pretty darn amazing when it comes to supporting inquiring, new, veteran and returning riders and so is our weekly Inspiration Friday articles! Over 300 articles, 5.75 years of weekly motorcycle inspiring coverage from […]

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The Rattlesnake National Enduro Pennsylvania Results

Aug 1, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Cross Fork, PA Round Six July 28th, 2024 The Rattlesnake National Enduro Round six of the NEPG was in Pennsylvania for the Rattlesnake National Enduro. The conditions were ideal, with rain earlier in the […]

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On track at Silverstone for the Monster Energy British GP

Aug 1, 2024 Michael Le Pard

The Ducati Lenovo Team is ready to get back on track at Silverstone for the Monster Energy British GP After attending the World Ducati Week, the Ducati Lenovo Team riders are ready to hit the […]

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Vmoto official electric scooter supplier at World Ducati Week 2024

Aug 1, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Vmoto participates as official electric scooter supplier at World Ducati Week 2024 Vmoto enhance mobility and sustainability at the World’s Premier Motorcycle Event. The limited-edition Citi WDW 2024 scooters were available for customers to test […]

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Her mind-blowing performance in brutal conditions at MXGP of Flanders

Jul 31, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Known for its brutal sand track, Lommel remains one of the toughest races on the MXGP calendar. This weekend, the illustrious track in Belgium hosted the 14th round of the FIM Motocross World Championship, living […]

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R3 bLU cRU World Cup rookie Alessandro Di Persio has been living a double life

Jul 31, 2024 Michael Le Pard

FIM Yamaha R3 bLU cRU World Cup rookie Alessandro Di Persio has been living a double life for several years now. His intense focus on racing and love for motorcycles are clear for all to […]

2025 Ducati Panigale Line: Complete Rethink of Design

2025 Ducati Panigale Line: Complete Rethink of Design

Jul 29, 2024 Michael Le Pard

With the new Panigale, Ducati pushes the limits of road super sports bikes even further. Introducing the completely new 2025 Ducati Panigale Line with a Complete Rethink of the Design: 2025 Ducati Panigale V2, 2025 […]

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Record Sales for Moto Guzzi and Aprilia with record 11888 motorcycles in Europe 1H24

Jul 29, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Piaggio Group Managing Director – CEO Michele Colaninno: “Once again Piaggio has reported very positive margins, in line with our targets. Our product strategy is proving correct, and our brands continue to strengthen well around the […]

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Allow teams and riders more freedom of choice on which tires to use over the weekend

Jul 29, 2024 Michael Le Pard

To facilitate the work of teams and riders, Pirelli increases quantities for the front tyres in both classes and the rear tyres for Moto3™ After almost a four-week break, Moto2™ and Moto3™ riders return to the track at Silverstone, […]

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